Medvedev visit may boost Kaliningrad regeneration

First Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev has visited Russia's westernmost Baltic region of Kaliningrad. It was the first working trip of the year for Medvedev, who overlooks the government's programmes in social care, health, education, housing and agr

During his visit Medvedev put special emphasis on examining Russian military accommodation in the region.

With five participants in the race so far, Medvedev is at the centre of attention as a presidential candidate but also as the president's hopeful.

The 42-year-old quickly climbed the political ladder under Putin. He made it to government chief of staff before becoming Deputy Prime Minister.

His key responsibilities in the government give him a strong platform to build on the presidential campaign.

The focus of his work is likely to remain the focus of his campaign.

His visit to Kaliningrad – Russia’s exclave between Poland and Lithuania - started at a rape seed production factory.

“The development of agriculture is one of our most important tasks. It provides us with the instruments to control food prices within the country,” Dmitry Medvedev said.